The Islands | Isles of Scilly Tresco Inclusive Travel Tresco All year Skybus fly all year round to St Mary’s from Land’s End and Newquay, and from Exeter between March and November. If you are staying on Tresco, we recommend that you book your journey through the Island Office as our fares include all island transfers. Read more » Skybus St. Mary's All year Skybus fly all year round to the Isles of Scilly from Land’s End and Newquay airports, and from Exeter airport between March and November. Isles of Scilly Steamship Group, Steamship House, Quay Street, Penzance, TR18 4BZ. Read more » Scilly Parking UK Mainland Mar-Nov Make your daytrip easier, book your car in with Scilly Parking and have peace of mind. Scilly Parking take care of everything and provide secure car parking and a free park and ride service to Penzance Quay. Read more » Prepco Island Vacations and Tours LLC UK Mainland All year | From: 0.00 A US based travel company servicing the US and Canada for vacation packages to the Isles of Scilly, England.

Our one-price complete package includes return flights for all domestic and international travel needs plus internal travel in England and accommodation. Options include travelling via Dublin or London. Read more » St. Mary's All year | From: 0.00 The Personal Touch of Self Catering Holidays on the Isles of Scilly Read more » Scillonian III Passenger Ferry St. Mary's Mar-Nov Just 28 miles of the Cornish coast you will discover 5 islands, surrounded by azure waters, white beaches and a wonderful climate where sub–tropical plants thrive. Hop on board the Scillonian III, our recently refurbished ship and discover the Isles of Scilly. The Scillonian Passenger Ferry sets sail from Penzance harbour up to 7 days a week. Isles of Scilly Steamship Group, Steamship House, Quay Street, Penzance, Cornwall, TR18 4BZ. Read more » Classic Sailing Fleet - Tall Ships and Traditional Boats UK Mainland Apr-Sep Sail to Scilly from the mainland as ‘hands on’ crew on our fleet of pilot cutters, luggers, and historic sailing ships. Once in the archipelago, enjoy different anchorages, explore ashore and island hop under sail.

Classic Sailing offer 6 or 7 day sailing holidays with a skipper as your guide. We provide freshly cooked meals and accommodation on board characterful wooden vessels for a fantastic Scillies adventure. Read more » Scilly Parking UK Mainland Mar-Nov For Scillonian passengers avoiding long walks with your luggage. We take you to the quay and meet you on your return. We also take dogs. Read more » DJ Cabs St. Mary's All year Local, family run cab company operating around the islands for 5 years. Reliable, comfortable transport for short trips or late pick ups around St Mary's. Read more » Calypso Boat Company St. Mary's Apr-Oct Boat trips from St Mary's with skipper Tim - visit 3 islands in one day, take a day trip to an off island or an unihabited island, or a trip to see seals and birds. Read more » Falcon Boating St. Mary's All year Enjoy a special charter trip on the 'Falcon', an 11 metre Red Bay rib with twin engines and fully enclosed cabin to seat 12 passengers. Read more » Toots Taxi St. Mary's All year We are a friendly and reliable taxi service based on St.

Mary’s, working seven days a week, including evenings and weekends. We have two vehicles available for hire, one carrying four passengers and one carrying six passengers. The larger vehicle has two integrated baby/booster seats so children can be transported safely and comfortably. We are available for a quick taxi trip to get you from A to B, as well as more leisurely tours of the island. We really look forward to being of service to you whilst you are on the islands. Read more » Tresco Boat Services Tresco All year Tresco Boat Services, serving Tresco, Bryher and St Martin's, offer all the waterborne services you need to get the most from your visit to the Isles of Scilly. Read more » Island Sea Safaris St. Mary's Apr-Oct Island Sea Safaris operate marine wildlife safaris in their 8m RIB FIREBRAND IV around and amongst the islands and rocks of Scilly to see Grey Atlantic seals, seabirds including Puffins, Razorbills and Guillemots,Shearwaters,Fulmars,Cormorants,Shags and Various Gulls from April to mid July. and visit some of the Islands shipwreck sites. We also visit many places of historical interest on our tours.

The 8 meter rib seats 10 passengers. Read more » St Mary's Bike Hire St. Mary's All year The place to hire your bicycle on St Mary’s. We provide a full range of bicycles and accessories to suit all ages and sizes. Pedal power for all the family. We provide a comprehensive service that lets you enjoy your stay here with peace of mind and all the time to follow the big yellow map and see St Mary’s at its best. Read more » The Scilly Cart Co St. Mary's The Scilly Cart Co is a family owned and run business providing electric vehicles for use across St. Mary’s. With flexible hiring options and easy to use carts, it’s a great way to discover the many varied and beautiful places on the island. It is also ideal for people with reduced mobility who wish to explore. Read more » Tregarthen's Hotel St. Mary's Mar-Oct Tregarthen's Hotel is the premier Isles of Scilly hotel, with the most stunning setting of any hotel on St Mary's. Right by the water's edge, Tregarthen's is just yards away from the quay.

Our restaurant is the epitome of fine dining and the hotel is also the ultimate venue for your wedding reception, renewal of vows or civil ceremony. Read more » Dibble & Grub St. Mary's Mar-Oct Dibble & Grub is a Mediterranean style Restaurant & Bar situated on Porthcressa Beach. Our bright and cosy dining room offers beautiful views over the bay, and our alfresco seating area enjoys sheltered sunshine. We pride ourselves on a relaxed atmosphere with attentive, friendly service. We are passionate about the quality of our ingredients, the creation of our products and quality of our service. Read more » Chris Hall Photography St. Mary's All year Widely regarded as a contemporary photographer, Chris is well known for his creativity and visual storytelling. From fashion to unique weddings to beautiful family images, Chris brings out the best in any situation creating images you can treasure. Read more » Island Sea Safaris St.

Mary's Apr-Oct Island Sea Safaris operate marine wildlife safaris in their RIB FIREBRAND IV around and amongst the islands and rocks of Scilly to see Grey Atlantic seals and numerous seabirds including Puffins, Razorbills, Guillemots, Shearwares, Fulmars, Cormorants,Shags,Gannets and various Gulls from April to mid July, and visit some the Islands shipwreck sites and places of historical interest.The 8m RIB seats 10 passengers. Mark and his wife Susie like to give you a full, friendly and informative commentary during the trip which also has lots of good photo opportunities. Read more » Kaffeehaus Salbei St. Mary's Mar-Oct The Kaffeehaus is Isles of Scilly Country Guest House's own onsite and unique cafe. It was established in 2003 and specialises in Bavarian delicacies such as Apfelstrudel and fresh German Bread. As well as providing delicious homemade cakes and classic lunchtime dishes, we are licensed to sell alcohol. Read more » Juliet's Garden Restaurant and Bar St.

Mary's Mar-Nov Juliet's Garden is a well established, family run business which was created over 30 years ago on Seaways Farm, overlooking the harbour and seascape. Above Porthloo on St Mary's, its friendly atmosphere and fresh food have made it a great favourite with visitors and locals alike. Read more » Adventure Scilly St. Mary's All year Bryony offers flowing, uplifting yoga sessions; Nick is an experienced swim guide. Both Nick & Bryony are from Scilly and have extensive knowledge of swim spots and trail running routes across the islands, and can advise you on the best way to take an active holiday that will leave you feeling fully immersed in the beauty and nature of the islands. Read more » Veronica Farm Produce Bryher All year A farm stall selling fresh free range eggs, homemade jams, pickles and chutneys, dried and fresh herbs and a wide range of Scilly succulents. Read more » Scilly Flowers St. Martin's All year Scilly Flowers based at Churchtown Farm on St Martin’s is Scilly’s postal flower service. We send gift boxes of scented flowers to any UK address all year round.

In the winter we grow and send Scented Narcissi and in the summer, Scented Pinks. If you are on St Martin’s, pop into the farm and see what we do. Read more » Self Catering St. Mary's Sleeps 2 | All year | £375 - £625 per week A cottage, built in excess of 150 years ago, one of a row of typical fishermen's cottages situated very close to Porthcressa beach and centrally situated for the town's amenities. The cottage has been very tastefully renovated, attractively furnished and well equipped to provide accommodation of a high standard. One double bedroom. Wednesday changeover. Read more » Special offer Self Catering St. Mary's Sleeps 4 | All year | £600 - £2,600 per week A former gun emplacement in a unique, secluded location on the Garrison, Steval is the perfect hideaway with a private garden and panoramic sea views. The beautiful interior is equipped to the highest standards. Read more » Self Catering St.

Mary's Sleeps 6 | All year | £395 - £910 per week Bounty Ledge is a first floor maisonette with sea views which overlooks St Mary’s harbour out towards Tresco, Bryher and Samson. It is centrally located in Hugh Town, just 20 metres from Town beach, and one minute from the shops. There are 3 bedrooms, providing family accommodation for up to 6 persons. It is also very popular with couples who appreciate the spaciousness. Read more » Self Catering St. Mary's Sleeps 2 | Apr-Oct | £400 - £575 per week A light spacious flat for 2 people in a quiet position off the road, just a short level walk to the harbour and Porthcressa beach. Separate lounge, kitchen/diner, bathroom with electric shower. The bedroom has a double bed. Electricity, bed linen and towels are included. Friday changeover. Read more » Self Catering St. Martin's Sleeps 6 | Mar-Oct | £495 - £745 per week Connemara Farmhouse is close to the beach and is within a few hundred yards of the post office, shop, and acclaimed bakery.

Self Catering St. Mary's Sleeps 6 | Jan-Oct | £450 - £900 per week This light and airy, purpose-built second floor flat is well-appointed throughout and is a popular choice with families although it is equally suited to friends sharing. Sleeping up to six guests in one twin, one double and one bunk-bedded room. Read more » Self Catering St. Mary's Sleeps 2 | Apr-Oct | £385 - £540 per week This modern, well appointed ground floor flat sits at the top of the three-star rating and offers every comfort for a break at any time of the year (although we recommend early booking owing to its popularity). Rosevean was once a large Victorian house, now converted to four self-catering units which retain many original features. Read more » Scilly Isles | Define Scilly Isles at Dictionary.com Scilly Isles plural noun 1. a group of about 140 small islands, SW of Land's End, England. 6½ sq. mi. (17 sq. km) Capital: Hugh Town.

[si-loh-nee-uh n] /sɪˈloʊ ni ən/ (Show IPA), adjective, noun Dictionary.com Unabridged Examples from the Web for Scilly Isles Expand The Frozen Pirate W. Clark Russell The convoy was seen beyond the Scilly Isles by the main fleet. Cornwall Sabine Baring-Gould These are despatched in large quantities to the London market; the Scilly Isles sharing in the industry. Cornwall Sabine Baring-Gould Another tributary comes round the north of the Scilly Isles and runs into the tidal stream again exactly at this point. British Dictionary definitions for Scilly Isles Expand plural noun 1. a group of about 140 small islands (only five inhabited) off the extreme SW coast of England: tourist centre. Capital: Hugh Town. Pop: 2100 (2003 est). Area: 16 sq km (6 sq miles) Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd.

1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012 People invent new words all the time, but which ones actually make it? Word of the Day St Marys Island | Isles of Scilly | Self Catering Holidays | Sibleys Self catering holidays Contact us Holidays on Isles of Scilly: St Mary’s Island Largest of the islands and home to the tiny “capital”, Hugh Town, St Marys is the hub of island life and where all visitors to the islands first arrive. Hugh Town, with its harbour, cluster of shops, restaurants, banks, Post Office, museum, churches and range of other businesses, is the commercial centre of Scilly, and your boarding point for trips to the off-islands. On the edge of Hugh Town you will find Porthmellon Beach, the home of water sports on St Marys.

Here you will find the sailing school, kayak & boat hire business, and the gig sheds, from where the locals race twice a week in six-oared rowing boats against their off-island rivals. A fine island spectacle. Old Town, the ancient capital, is situated just a mile from Hugh Town by road, home to many locals and one of the island’s prettiest bays, with a choice of cafes overlooking the water. Large by our Lilliputian standards, St Marys still only has nine miles of road, which can be explored by various coach, minibus and vintage car tours, by horse and trap, or under your own steam by hire bike or golf cart. St Marys is perhaps the most varied of the islands, with woodland, heaths, marshland and sand dunes. The island is criss-crossed with footpaths and nature trails, in addition to the stunning coastal path which circumnavigates the island. Favourite walks include a circumnavigation of the Garrison walls, a fortified area close to Hugh Town, centred on the historic 16th century Star Castle, now a hotel.

Or a coastal trek around Peninnis Headland with its iconic Victorian lighthouse, picturesque overhanging Pulpit Rock and fabulous granite rock formations. To the north of the islands, at Halangy Down, you will find Bants Carn ancient village, dating from the Megalithic era; Innisidgen burial chamber; and beautiful Bar Point, with stunning views across to St Martins and Tresco. Carry on around to Pelistry Beach and Tolls Island, usually near-deserted, with a super cafe just five minutes walk away. Or to Porthellick Beach, with its famous “Loaded camel” rock formation. Main Photo: Richard Smith Isles of Scilly: an essential guide and map Isles of Scilly, Travel by boat or plane Why visit the Isles of Scilly? Nestling just 35 miles off the coast of Cornwall, these islands are like nowhere else in England. Outstandingly beautiful, uncrowded and unspoilt, they seem like a world apart from everyday life. Arrive by small plane from Exeter, Newquay or Land’s End or by the passenger ferry Scillonian lll from Penzance.

This cluster of low-lying islands lie amid a turquoise lagoon, some fringed by rocks, others by white sandy beaches, and all bathed in a light of wonderful intensity. There are five inhabited islands, and throughout the day fleets of colourful launches ferry people to and fro. Each of the islands has a distinct identity and special character. St. Mary’s –the largest island, but less than 2.5 square miles. It's the central hub with a number of excellent pubs and a cluster of shops as well as the health centre, two banks, the Post Office and a remarkable museum of island life. There are only 6 miles of roads but over 30 miles of paths and nature trails. The capital, Hugh Town, lies between two sandy beaches, one side being the main harbour. The Tourist Information Centre can be found at the top of Porthcressa beach. St. Agnes – is the last bit of England before you reach America and probably a separate island for over 1,000 years; the water which separates it from the other islands is much deeper than that which laps their beaches so it’s always been out on its own and has probably seen more shipwrecks too.

Bryher - on some days this little island can be almost frighteningly bleak as waves, having gathered momentum for 2,000 miles, smash into Hell Bay, and then the next day it can be almost achingly beautiful and calm. There is a stark contrast between the west side and the much softer east side which faces across the sheltered Channel to neighbouring Tresco. Sometimes you can even walk between the two islands on very low tides. Tresco – is one of the unique places of the world and recently placed amongst the Top Ten Islands in the world by National Geographic Magazine. It owes this status to its quite remarkable flora to be found in every hedgerow but which is all brought together in the world famous Abbey Garden. Nearly 200 people live here and run the place. St Martin’s – arguably the most picturesque of all the islands with glorious sweeping beaches adorning the edges of its crescent shape . A little like Bryher it, too, has a rugged weather beaten side to the north east and a much gentler, sheltered side to the south and west. In the distance the Eastern Isles sit like a shimmering necklace low in the water – a favourite haunt of seals which you can swim and snorkel amongst.

You'll find: More than 35 sandy beaches Watch the abundant wildlife with a snorkelling safari - basking sharks, seals, dolphins and sea birds Fantastic watersports - windsurfing, sailing, kayaking, kite-surfing Boat trips to watch wildlife on the uninhabited islands Savour fresh seafood and local ales Go beachcombing on a deserted beach Explore the island trails by foot or hire a bike Watch gig rowing (Wednesday and Friday evenings in the summer months are best) Ride horseback along the beaches and through the shallows Enjoy a guided walk and find out the low-down on the islands history and archeaeology Explore the museum on St Marys and the tales of shipwrecks and piracy Isles of Scilly links The Scilly Islands The Scilly Islands Historic Buildings of The Isles of Scilly Top Surnames Jane Auterson (1807 - 1898) "England Births and Christenings, 1538-1975" Name: Jane Duff Gender: Female Christening Date: 09 Nov 1807 Christening Place: SCILLY ISLANDS PARISH,CORNWALL,ENGLAND Birth Date: 26 Oct

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David Auterson (c.1800 - 1867) 1851 Census Hugh Street, Scilly Isles St. Mary David Auterson HD M 51 Draper and Grocer born Ireland Jane Auterson WI M 43 Draper and Grocer born Cornwall, St. Mary Scilly Richard Duff Father... history The Isles of Scilly These islands form an archipelago off the southwestern tip of the Cornish peninsula of Great Britain. The group consists of 5 inhabited islands, 140 others Called by the Greeks Hesperides and Cassiterides Romans called them Sillinœ and Silurœ insulœ, Written in ancient records Sully or Sulley Cornish: Syllan or Enesek Syllan The name 'Scilly' comes from SULLY meaning the Sun Isles which describe its climate with an excellent sunshine record Capital city - Hugh Town People from the Scilly Islands are called - "Scillonian" is sometimes used for people or things related to the archipelago.

Natural England have designated the Isles of Scilly as National Character Area 158 Language: It is not known when the islands' inhabitants stopped speaking the Cornish language, but the language declined in Cornwall in the Late Middle Ages; it was still dominant between the islands and Bodmin at the time of the Reformation, but declined quickly afterwards. The islands appear to have lost the old Celtic language before parts of Penwith on the mainland. Famous for:- Area 16.03 Sq km2 (6.19 Sq mi) Places of Interest Bant’s Carn burial chamber and Halangy Down Bronze Age village Bronze Age tomb on Tregarthen Hill Tresco Cromwell's Castle Granite stacks of Shipman Head Innisidgen Burial Chambers Old Man of Gugh, an ancient standing stone Tresco Abbey Gardens St Mary's , (Cornish: An Nor) Holy Vale St Agnes , (Cornish: Pennpras) Gugh Another island of Samson was inhabited by one family in 1669; this had increased to six dwelling houses and 30 inhabitants in 1794. By 1829 there were 36 residents on Samson.

In 1855, the last 10 residents were ordered to evacuate the island; the remains of their houses can still be seen. The Isles of Scilly are still part of the ceremonial county of Cornwall , and some services have been combined with those of Cornwall. Since 1890 the islands have had a separate local authority. Since the passing of the Isles of Scilly Order 1930, this authority has had the status of a county council and today is known as the Council of the Isles of Scilly. The Duchy of Cornwall owns most of the freehold land on the islands. Tourism is a major part of the local economy, along with farming and agriculture. Genealogical Sources Auterson - David Auterson (Abt 1800 -1867) ~ricksmith61/scilly/gedcom/auterson.html Banfield Various ~ricksmith61/scilly/wc_toc.html History There were early trading connections with the Phœnicians and Romans and they were occasionally appropriated by the Romans as a place of banishment for state criminals.

Timeline 10th Century The first mention of the Scilly islands in history is in the tenth century, when they were subdued by King Athelstan Olaf Tryggvason became King Olaf I of Norway in 995. Born c. 960, Olaf had raided various European cities and fought in several wars. In 986 he (supposedly) met a Christian seer on the Isles of Scilly. In Snorri Sturluson's Royal Sagas of Norway, it is stated that this seer told him: Thou wilt become a renowned king, and do celebrated deeds. Many men wilt thou bring to faith and baptism, and both to thy own and others' good; and that thou mayst have no doubt of the truth of this answer, listen to these tokens. When thou comest to thy ships many of thy people will conspire against thee, and then a battle will follow in which many of thy men will fall, and thou wilt be wounded almost to death, and carried upon a shield to thy ship; yet after seven days thou shalt be well of thy wounds, and immediately thou shalt let thyself be baptised.

11th Century In or before the reign of Edward the Confessor , some of the islands, and their tithes, had been given to certain monks or hermits who lived in the island of St. Nicholas, now Trescaw. King Henry the First granted all the churches of Suliye to the abbot of Tavistock and the land which had belonged to the monks, or rather hermits, in the reign of King Edward, when Burgald was Bishop of Cornwall. Pope Celestin, in 1193, confirmed to the abbey the islands of St. Nicholas, St. Sampson, St. Elid, and St. Teon, the island called Nullo, with all their churches and oratories, as well as certain lands in other islands. Reginald Earl of Cornwall granted all wrecks, except whole ships and whales, in Kentemen and Nurcho to the monks, and the isles of St. Lid, St. Sampson, and St. Teon. With the Norman Conquest, the Isles of Scilly came more under centralised control.

At the time the Domesday survey was conducted - the islands would have formed part of the "Exeter Domesday" circuit, which included Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset, and Wiltshire. ---12th Century In the mid-12th century there was reportedly a Viking attack on the Isles of Scilly, called Syllingar by the Norse, recorded in the Orkneyinga saga— Sweyn Asleifsson "went south, under Ireland, and seized a barge belonging to some monks in Syllingar and plundered it."[1] (Chap LXXIII) "...the three chiefs—Swein , Þorbjörn and Eirik—went out on a plundering expedition. They went first to the Suðreyar [Hebrides], and all along the west to the Syllingar, where they gained a great victory in Maríuhöfn on Columba's-mass [9 June], and took much booty. Then they returned to the Orkneys." It is generally considered that Cornwall, and possibly the Isles of Scilly, came under the dominion of the English Crown late in the reign of Athelstan.

In early times one group of islands was in the possession of a confederacy of hermits. King Henry I gave it to the abbey of Tavistock who established a priory on Tresco, which was abolished at the Reformation. 13th Century The first proprietor mentioned as holding under the Earl, is Robert de Wick, who, by an ancient deed, without date, conveys to the monks of Scilly the tithes of those islands, which he had unjustly detained from them. Drugo de Barentin was governor of the Scilly islands, in the reign of Henry III but it isn't known whether he had any property in theIslands. In the reign of Edward I Ralph de Blanchminster held the castle of Ennor, in the Scilly islands, by the service of finding 12 armed men to keep the peace in those islands: complaint was made that he had not only failed in this service, but had committed the King's coroner, who came to the island for the purpose of holding an assize, to the prison of La Val.

14th Century In 1314, Ralph de Blanchminster had the King's licence for embattling his castle of Inor, in the isles of Scilly. In 1345, Ralph de Blanchminster held the isles of Scilly under the duchy of Cornwall, as of the honor of Launceston, by the annual render of 300 puffins at Michaelmas. 1305 - William le Poer, coroner of Scilly, is recorded as being worried about the extent of wrecking in the islands, and sent a petition to the King. The names provide a wide variety of origins, e.g. Robert and Henry Sage (English), Richard de Tregenestre (Cornish), Ace de Veldre (French), Davy Gogch (possibly Welsh, or Cornish), and Adam le Fuiz Yaldicz (Spanish?). 15th Century In the reign of Henry VI , the rent was only 50 puffins, or 6s. 8d. The islands were then the property of Sir John Coleshill, representative of the Blanchminsters: their annual value in 1484 was estimated at 40s.

in time of peace. 16th Century Sir Francis Godolphin received a lease on the Isles in 1568. The Scilly islands belonged to Davers and Whittington, a branch of the Arundells which inherited the estates of the Coleshills and Blanchminsters. In the reign of Edward VI. , Thomas Lord Seymour , the Lord Admiral, became proprietor of the Scilly islands. One accusation charges him with having gained the isles, "bought of divers men, (viz. the heirs of Danvers and Whittington". The Lord Admiral was beheaded and attainted in 1549, when the temporal property of the Scilly islands fell into the duchy. 17th Century During the English Civil War, the Parliamentarians captured the isles; their garrison mutinied and returned the isles to the Royalists. In 1645 they provided a temporary protection to Prince Charles and his friends, Lord Hopton and Lord Cape. In 1649, Sir John Grenville fortified and held them for King Charles the Second.

By 1651 Sir John Grenville , the Royalist governor, was using the islands as a base for privateering raids on Commonwealth and Dutch shipping. The Dutch admiral Maarten Tromp sailed to the isles, arriving on 30 May 1651 and demanded compensation. As there was no compensation or satisfactory reply he declared war on England in June. It was during this period that the Three Hundred and Thirty Five Years' War started between the isles and the Netherlands. In June 1651, Admiral Robert Blake recaptured the isles for the Parliamentarians. At first Blake's attack on Old Grimsby failed, but the subsequently was more successful, taking Tresco and Bryher. Grenville and Blake negotiated terms that permitted the Royalists to surrender honourably. The Parliamentary forces then fortified the islands. They built Cromwell's Castle — now referred to as King Charles's Castle . 18th Century On the night of 22 October 1707 a naval disaster took place when out of a fleet of 21 Royal Navy ships commanded by Admiral Sir Cloudesley Shovell , six were driven onto the cliffs.

Four of the ships capsized, with at least 1,450 dead, including the admiral, who was murdered by robbers on the beach. The probable cause was poor navigation. 19th Century In 1834 Augustus John Smith acquired the lease from the Duchy for £20,000. He set about changing the islanders' way of life, expelling those who could not find a job locally and evicting some of the inhabitants of smaller islands, in a manner similar to that practised in the Scottish clearances. In 1855, he expelled the ten inhabitants of Samson, in order to turn the island into a deer park (the deer did not like the habitat, and escaped). Smith created the quasi-aristocratic title Lord Proprietor for himself, and many of his actions were unpopular. Besides building a new quay at Hugh Town on St. Mary's, he sowed gorse and trees to provide shelter for the agricultural land. He built schools on the well-inhabited islands. Governors of Scilly An early governor of Scilly was Thomas Godolphin , whose son Francis received a lease on the Isles in 1568.

They were styled Governors of Scilly and the Godolphins and their Osborne relatives held this position until 1834. In 1834 Augustus John Smith acquired the lease from the Duchy for £20,000. Smith created the title Lord Proprietor of the Isles of Scilly for himself, and many of his actions were unpopular. The lease remained in his family until it expired for most of the Isles in 1920 when ownership reverted to the Duchy of Cornwall. Today, the Dorrien-Smith estate still holds the lease for the island of Tresco. 1918–1920 Arthur Algernon Dorrien-Smith (1876-1955) To participate in any project - you do need to first be a collaborator - so join the project. See the discussion Project Help: How to add Text to a Project - Starter Kit to get you going! How to Participate If you have any queries please start a discussion linked to this project. (See the menu top right). Please add related projects to the menu on the right.

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Mary’s, St. Martin’s, Tresco, Bryher and St. Agnes, as well as many uninhabited isles. The population of the Islands is 2,200 with 1,800 of those living on St. Mary’s. St. Mary’s is the Isles of Scilly’s largest island and the gateway to the rest of the islands. The adventure begins as you arrive by small plane or by boat. You immediately sense that you have discovered something very special as you glimpse this cluster of low-lying islands amid a turquoise sea. The Scilly adventure continues as you hop from island to island by boat, experiencing many natural wonders – puffins, seals, dolphins and a multitude of rare birds. Above all, Scilly gives you the space and freedom to do everything, or next to nothing, in a breathtaking location that enjoys the mildest climate in the UK. Five islands – five different experiences St. Mary’s is the Isles of Scilly’s largest island. It is an area of colour and contrast that also acts as the major gateway to and from the mainland and to the “off-islands”.

The capital is Hugh Town (a small village by mainland standards) with its cluster of shops, banks, churches, post office, cafés, galleries, restaurants and pubs. St. Mary’s highlights include the wonderful museum – offering a fascinating introduction to everything on the islands. Tresco oozes sophistication, with its top-notch accommodation, impressive eateries and award-winning spa. Tresco’s highlights include the sub-tropical Tresco Abbey Garden which houses a spectacular collection of 20,000 plants from 80 countries. The first thing you’ll notice about St. Martin’s is the swathe of sweeping white sand beaches, all lapped by translucent turquoise seas. Next you’ll notice the spectacular flowers, rare birds and sensational views that all add to the thrill of its unmistakable beauty. Bryher is an island of contrast; it’s rugged in the north, wild in the west, secluded in the south and effortless in the east. Its unique charm never fails to impress. It’s no wonder that Michael Morpurgo found Bryher the inspiration for many of his books. St. Agnes is Britain’s most south-westerly community.

The island boasts one of the best views from a pub garden anywhere in the UK, with the campsite’s views not far behind. How to get here Flights to the St. Mary’s go from Land’s End, Newquay and Exeter. The ferry goes from Penzance. This can all be booked with the Isles of Scilly travel company and the thrill of travel is all part of the Scilly experience. Where to stay Stay in a 16th century castle, a coastal campsite or anything in-between. The islands have eight hotels ranging from two to four stars. Hotel accommodation is available on St. Mary’s, St. Martin’s and Bryher. The remaining accommodation is made up of a range of bed and breakfast, camping and self catering accommodation to suit every need and budget. Hugh Town in Isles of Scilly Cornwall - The islands’ capital, Hugh Town, basking between Porthcressa beach and Town Bay Hugh Town, St Mary’s, Isles of Scilly We say The islands’ capital, Hugh Town, basks between the sandy smiles of Porthcressa beach and Town Bay on St Mary’s.

Despite its role as the islands’ commercial centre, it is worlds away from any other town centre, with a quaint charm and briny sea air christening the old-fashioned shopfronts, galleries and historic buildings. Just footsteps from the quayside, here rush hour is when visitors swarm through the streets to catch inter-island boat trips, or queue by the village green for the open-topped bus. Are you the owner? If you're the owner of this place you can sign up for a 'Featured Owner' account so that you can add your own text, images and more...

Question: What is the capital of the Scilly Isles
Answer: Hugh Town